John Ostermiller

The Dominion Water Efficiency Plan guides the Dominion Water and Sanitation District and its Retail Districts in promoting and integrating demand management into their water planning and operations. It focuses on five key benefits: economic and water savings, establishing a model for sustainable urban development, fostering sustainable water resources, building institutional knowledge, and enhancing drought resiliency. The plan aims to maintain leadership in water efficiency, strengthen collaborative partnerships, uphold rigorous water efficiency standards for both new and existing communities, and develop clear metrics for effective communication to ensure a reliable and sustainable water supply.

This plan outlines the strategic direction for Dominion Water and Sanitation District (DWSD) to proactively address drought and water shortages, ensuring a resilient and sustainable water supply for its Retail Districts. Key objectives include providing a reliable water supply, encouraging water efficiency standards, making informed decisions through coordinated communication and data-driven monitoring, guiding Retail District drought planning, and fostering coordination with Retail Districts. The plan aims to minimize long-term impacts of water shortages and ensure sufficient water for health, safety, and community livelihood, with a commitment to providing at least 70% renewable water supply.

This document, Appendix B, details DWSD's water supply portfolio, a robust conjunctive system integrating renewable and non-renewable groundwater sources. Key components include Aurora 230, Aurora 250, Aurora 570, DWSD WISE Subscription, 700 Firming Service Commitment IGA, Cherokee Ranch Groundwater Supplies, Junior South Platte Water Rights, Hock Hocking, and managed return flows. The portfolio is committed to providing at least 70% renewable supplies on an average annual basis to its Retail Districts, with components like WISE being firmable through other sources for drought tolerance and reliability.

The report includes information about boundary changes, intergovernmental agreements, changes in district policies and operations, financial status, litigation, proposed plans, construction of public improvements, and the nature of services provided. It also mentions the adoption of the 2025 budget and resolutions related to budget approval, property taxes, and appropriations. The report includes financial data, revenue projections, and expenditure details for administrative, operational, and capital expenses.